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REGISTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP
& PATHWAYS ROW

Military Child World Expo 2026
Presented by the Military Child World Expo Foundation

This registration page is for colleges, universities, community colleges, military-affiliated schools, DoDEA-aligned institutions, and scholarship-granting organizations interested in participating in the Scholarship & Pathways Row at the Military Child World Expo 2026.

 

Participation is complimentary, education-focused, and not a fundraising activity. Space is limited  and placement is confirmed on a first-completed, mission-aligned basis.

Important Information

1 / WHO SHOULD REGISTER

This opportunity is intended for institutions that support:

  • Higher education access

  • First-generation college students

  • Military-connected students and families

  • Civilian students exploring postsecondary pathways

  • Scholarship, financial aid, and admissions guidance

 

Institutions do not need to serve caregivers exclusively. The Scholarship & Pathways Row is open to institutions serving diverse student populations.

2 /PURPOSE OF PARTICIPATION

The Scholarship & Pathways Row connects students and families directly with education institutions in a setting that recognizes:

  • Leadership and service

  • Identity, belonging, and lived experience

  • Caregiving as a form of responsibility and readiness

 

This is not a traditional college fair. It is a mission-aligned education access initiative designed to translate experience into opportunity.

3 / WHAT PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS MAY OFFER

Institutions may choose to provide:

  • Admissions and recruitment guidance

  • Scholarship and financial aid information

  • On-the-spot conditional scholarships (conditions may apply)

  • Application fee waivers

  • Essay writing or admissions workshops

  • Military-connected and DoDEA-aligned programs

 

Participation does not require offering scholarships or awards

4 / TABLE & LOGISTICS INFORMATION
  • Cost: Complimentary participation

  • Space Allocation: 50 sq ft (aligned with standard Expo exhibitors)

  • Setup Requirements:

    • Institutions must provide their own table, chairs, and draped skirt

    • Expo-provided table and chairs may be available for a small fee to cover costs

  • Important:

    • This is not a fundraising activity

    • Sales of products or services are not permitted

5 / WHAT PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS MAY OFFER

Institutions may choose to provide:

  • Admissions and recruitment guidance

  • Scholarship and financial aid information

  • On-the-spot conditional scholarships (conditions may apply)

  • Application fee waivers

  • Essay writing or admissions workshops

  • Military-connected and DoDEA-aligned programs

 

Participation does not require offering scholarships or awards

6 / EVENT DETAILS

Event: Military Child World Expo 2026

 

Dates: April 25, 2026 | 10 AM - 12 PM

 

Location: Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, Virginia 22202

7 / AVAILABILITY & CONFIRMATION

Participation is limited.

Submission of this registration form does not guarantee placement. Once reviewed, approved institutions will receive:

  • Confirmation of participation

  • Table assignment

  • Exhibitor logistics and setup details

8 / ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE

The Military Child World Expo Foundation is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to all participants.

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If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this registration or to participate in the Scholarship & Pathways Row (including accessibility needs related to mobility, vision, hearing, dietary requirements, or communication), please indicate your needs in the form below or contact us at:

accessibility@mcwef.org

 

We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate requests submitted in advance.

SECTION A: INSTITUTION INFORMATION

2. Institution Type

SECTION B: PRIMARY POINT OF CONTACT

SECTION C: STUDENT POPULATIONS SERVED

8. Which student populations does your institution serve? (Checkboxes – select all that apply)

SECTION E: OPTIONAL ENGAGEMENT OFFERINGS

11. Would your institution like to be considered to host a short workshop?

Multi choice

SECTION G: TABLE & LOGISTICS ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Please acknowledge the following:

(Required checkboxes – must check all to proceed)

SECTION H: ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS

14. Certification

(Required checkbox)

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For questions related to Education Access or the Scholarship & Pathways Row, please contact:

info@mcwef.org

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